A prominent bipolar disorder expert has caused a stir by selling an at-home genetic test that allegedly diagnoses the condition. Dr. John Kelsoe discovered genes linked to bipolar disorder, and he has used this information to sell a genetic test online. Kelsoe acknowledges that bipolar disorder probably results from a combination of genetic factors and life experiences. But Kelsoe also called his test a 'vital starting point' toward moving away from the tricky practice of diagnosing bipolar...
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PrognosisBipolar disorder can be severe and long-term, or it can be mild with infrequent episodes. Patients with the disease may experience symptoms... Read more »